What it is
The block is supported at defined positions and loaded transversely until failure.
Public test guide
Building-block transverse strength
Measures a building block’s resistance to bending across a supported span.
Plain-language explanation
What the test tells you.
The project specification controls the exact method and acceptance requirement.
What is used
Representative block, support and loading system, dimensional tools and calibrated testing machine.
What it determines
Failure load and the specified transverse-strength measure.
Why it matters
Assesses resistance to handling and bending actions that are not represented by compression testing alone.
Typical test sequence
From sample
to result.
- 01
Condition and measure the unit
- 02
Set it on the specified supports
- 03
Apply transverse load to failure and calculate the result
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